Meteorological Disasters
Safety Tips for Heavy Rain
At whole area
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Refrain from driving your own vehicle and use public transportation (subway, bus, etc.).
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Always be aware of traffic and road conditions by radio, TV, etc.
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Rainy roads increase the braking distance, so reduce your speed in front of an intersection or crosswalk.
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Stay at home if possible.
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When walking next to the streetlight, high-tension wires and traffic lights, must be approached with caution.
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If your home becomes flooded, make sure all electrical circuits are fully dried out and checked by an electrical engineer before switching back on.
In rural, mountainous area
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People who live in flood prone areas, landslide hazard areas need to evacuate.
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Check the drain and Run regular maintenance.
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Campers should evacuate immediately.
For drivers
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Use headlights when visibility is seriously reduced.
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Give yourself the best chance of being able to see clearly in wet weather by renewing windscreen wipers if worn or damaged.
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Double the distance between your car and the car in front of you, as stopping distances are increased by wet roads.
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Ease off the accelerator and slow down gradually.